Meaning
퇴근각
toeguen-gak
Time to leave work / It's quitting time
Real Feeling
What Koreans really mean
In casual conversation.
💬 Used in real life
• Said by an employee when it's getting late in the afternoon and they are eager to go home.
• Used by colleagues to subtly signal to each other that the workday is winding down and it's almost acceptable to leave.
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Grammar Breakdown
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A slang suffix meaning 'angle' or 'vibe,' used to indicate the 'right time' or 'feeling' for something, often an opportune moment or a strong desire.
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